What's included in the panel?

12 biomarkers: total testosterone, free testosterone, DHEA-S, SHBG, insulin, HbA1c, cortisol AM, hs-CRP, vitamin D, B12, ferritin, and zinc. Plus 15-minute dermatologist video consult and 90-day Skin Preservation Protocol.

Concern Panel

Your Skin Is a Mirror of Your Blood

Tretinoin is the molecule. But the dosage, timing, skin type — that's the protocol. Test testosterone, DHEA-S, cortisol, vitamin D — 12 biomarkers that reveal what actually drives your skin.

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Why This Panel

Acne Is Not Surface. It's Systemic.

12 biomarkers. Testosterone, DHEA-S, cortisol, insulin, vitamin D. 15-min dermatologist consult. 90-day Skin Preservation Protocol.

Acne in India

of Indian youth experience acne

80%

are vitamin D deficient

70%+

of acne is hormonal, not bacterial

90%

What's Tested

12 Biomarkers. Your Skin Picture.

Total Test.

Baseline testosterone levels

Free Test.

Bioavailable testosterone

DHEA-S

Androgen — drives sebum

SHBG

Sex hormone binding globulin

Insulin

Fasting insulin resistance

HbA1c

3-month glucose control

Cortisol AM

Morning stress hormone

hs-CRP

Inflammation marker

Vitamin D

Deficiency drives breakouts

B12

Skin healing & immunity

Ferritin

Iron storage — skin health

Zinc

Critical for acne prevention

12 markers total

What's Included

Everything You Need To Clear Skin.

Full Hormonal Panel

Testosterone, DHEA-S, SHBG, cortisol, insulin. See exactly what's driving your acne.

Dermatologist Consult

15-min video call. Interpret hormones. Discuss tretinoin, niacinamide, azelaic acid. Clear skin timeline.

Skin Preservation Protocol

Tretinoin + niacinamide + azelaic acid (₹1,500/mo). Customised for your skin type.

Async Support

Message your dermatologist. Flare-ups. Dosage adjustments. Side effects. Response within 24h.

Detailed Report

Your hormonal & nutritional picture. Why your skin is breaking out. What to fix first.

arq. vs Standard Approach

Standard

Topical creams prescribed without bloodwork

No hormone testing

One-size-fits-all acne treatment

No nutritional assessment

arq.

12 biomarker hormonal panel

Test testosterone, DHEA-S, cortisol, insulin

Root-cause diagnosis before treatment

Personalized protocol based on your blood

How It Works

Your 90-Day Skin Preservation Protocol

Day 1: Bloodwork at Home

Kit arrives in 2–3 days. Collect blood from home. Drop it off at local collection center. Results in 5–7 days.

Day 10: Dermatologist Consult

15-min video call with specialist. Review your biomarkers. Diagnose hormonal drivers. Build your personalized protocol.

Day 15–90: Active Treatment

Start tretinoin + niacinamide + azelaic acid. Optional: hormonal balancing, vitamin D, B12, zinc supplementation.

Day 90: Retest & Adjust

Retest biomarkers. Check skin improvement. Adjust dosages. Plan next 90 days based on results.

Commonly Asked

Skin Questions Answered.

Why test blood for acne?

Acne is not just surface-level or bacterial. It's hormonal. High androgens, insulin resistance, low vitamin D, and inflammation all worsen acne. Blood tests reveal the root cause, so topical treatments can target the actual problem.

What hormones affect skin?

Testosterone and DHEA-S increase sebum production. Insulin resistance triggers inflammation. Cortisol impairs skin barrier function. SHBG binds hormones. Low vitamin D and B12 slow healing. It's all connected.

Is tretinoin safe?

Tretinoin is highly effective for acne when used correctly under dermatologist supervision. We pair it with niacinamide and azelaic acid for best results. Monthly monitoring ensures safety and efficacy.

How often should I retest?

Retest after 90 days of protocol. Most hormones stabilise in that window. If on tretinoin long-term, retest annually. Skin health improves with consistent treatment plus good nutrition.

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